Burlesque artist and Gen.T honouree Sukki Singapora on baring her heart for the cameras
Since the launch of Netflix reality show Singapore Social late last year, a lot of attention has been focused on its six stars.
Three of the cast members—fashion influencer Mae Tan, singer Tabitha Nauser and burlesque performer Sukki Singapora—are Gen.T honourees. They are joined on the show by Nicole Ong, Singapore chapter lead of Gen.T honouree Pocket Sun's VC firm SoGal Ventures; YouTuber Vinny Sharp; and actor Paul Foster.
Offering viewers a behind-the-curtain glimpse into the lives of Singapore's creative set, the eight-episode series follows each individual as they navigate family, career, love and friendship in front of the cameras.
Burlesque artist Sukki Singapora is seen jetting off to Los Angeles in the name of love and fusing hip-hop and burlesque to push her own creative boundaries. We catch up with Singapora to find out what it was like behind the scenes, and what she thinks about Singapore Social.
See also: Singapore Social Cast: Everything You Need To Know About Mae Tan, Tabitha Nauser and Sukki Singapora
What did you do on the day that Singapore Social premiered?
I was working! I made the decision not to watch the show, and enjoy the reactions and feedback from people instead, so the day the show debuted I was actually at a photoshoot. I remember peeking over at my Instagram that evening as new followers started to appear and thinking, “Wow… this is happening. I’m actually on Netflix.” It was surreal.
How have the past few weeks been?
The past few weeks have been bonkers! It feels so bizarre to have people from around the world know exactly what you did on a Tuesday in January, for example. I can’t even remember that far back myself, and there they are telling you exactly what you wore or sharing their favourite moments of you. It has also been really busy, as a result of the attention the show has had here in Singapore.
The biggest thing for me though has just been hearing stories from fans who can relate to my personal journey. It’s the first time I’ve shared so much of myself with the public, and knowing that I’ve perhaps inspired others by putting myself out there means everything to me. It’s why I do what I do.